1949 BMW 340 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 650 kg more than 1949 BMW 340. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 BMW 340 | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 340 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |
